Joan Minnery is a one-woman force of inspiration—a genuine go-getter with an indomitable spark plug of contagious effervescence. A pint-sized energizer bunny, Joan captivates audiences as she entertains with her band, SIVLE, solo performances, and motivational showcases, while also instructing her dance fitness classes across North America.

She is a multi-talented author, having released the children’s book The Adventures of Timothy the Tree (June 27, 2025) and the bestselling autobiography Walking My Way Back to Me. She is currently working on its long-awaited sequel, Dancing Into My Second Song.

• Voted Brantford’s Best Author – Diamond Award, Readers’ Choice Awards 2016 (First Runner-Up, 2015)
• Recipient of the Mohawk College Alumni of Distinction Award
• Mohawk College Music Scholarship named in her honor
• Recipient of both the Queen’s Golden and Diamond Jubilee Medals for community volunteerism, health advocacy, and leading young children towards music
• Five-time nominee for Brantford Citizen of the Year
• Finalist for the 2017 Order of Ontario for contributions to youth music and health
   

• Master of Arts in Community Music, Wilfrid Laurier University (Honours)
• Bachelor of Arts in Child Studies, Brock University
• Early Childhood Education Diploma, Mohawk College
• Ordained Pastoral Chaplain & Licensed Wedding/Celebration of Life Officiant, Community Catholic Church of Canada
   

Joan is also a Vocal Coach, Community Musician, Music Educator, Early Childhood Music Specialist, Drama Coach, Event Director, Motivational Speaker, Line Dance Instructor, and Zumba Instructor. She enjoys guest lecturing at Wilfrid Laurier University and leading adult Musicking Classes.

Walking My Way Back to Me

• Walking My Way Back To Me
• The Adventures of Timothy The Tree
• Dancing Into My Second Song
• Personalized print copies available directly from Joan
   

Joan is the CEO of Joan Minnery Enterprises, Director of SiNG iT Vocal Lessons & Performance, and Coordinator of the Brantford Cabaret musical theatre troupe. She performs professionally as the front person of SIVLE, a solo artist, and through her community music facilitation programs.

She also embraces her newest calling as an Ordained Pastoral Chaplain and Licensed Wedding & Celebration of Life Officiant, bringing compassion, guidance, and joy to her community.

Joan’s highly sought-after motivational speaking tours across Canada and the United States, delivering impactful messages on self-love, the art of movement, community, and music.

Hailing from Brantford, Ontario, Joan is the daughter of Bill and Elsie, the youngest sister of John, Anne, and Bob, and proud mother of Bill (BJ). She can often be spotted at events accompanied by her life partner, Keith Curley.

Memoirs • Music • Magic • Storytelling • Chaplaincy

• 2025 - WINNER - Overall Team Grand Champion, World Dance Showdown, Indianapolis (with dance team STOMPtastic), along with 4 Golds, 1 Silver, four major choreography awards, and Judge's recognition.
• 2024 - WINNER - GOLD - Best Single - Band - International Singer Songwriters Association Awards, Atlanta Georgia
• 2025 - Winner of 31 Community Votes Awards for Business Excellence. Platinum, Gold, Silver & Bronze.
• 2025 - Winner of Best Music Lessons for Children, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2025 - Winner of Best Theatre and Community Groups, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2025 - Winner of Best Local Band -- SIVLE, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2025 - Winner of Best Wedding Officiant, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2024 - Finalist in the International Singer Songwriters Association Awards, Atlanta Georgia
• 2024 - Winner of 29 Community Votes Awards for Business Excellence. Platinum, Gold, Silver & Bronze.
• 2024 - Winner of Best Music Lessons for Children, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2024 - Winner of Best Theatre and Community Groups, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2024 - Winner of Best Local Band -- SIVLE, Platinum Award, Community Votes
• 2021: Finalist in the International Singer Songwriters Association Awards, Atlanta Georgia
• 2016: Winner of Best Motivational Speaker, Diamond Award, Readers’ Choice Awards
• 2016: Winner of Best Local Author, Diamond Award, Readers’ Choice Awards
• 2016: Winner of Best Dance Instructor, Diamond Award, Readers’ Choice Awards
• 2013: Winner of Brantford’s Best Professional Entertainer, Readers’ Choice Awards
• 2013: 1st runner-up of Brantford’s Favourite Music Teacher, Readers’ Choice Awards
• 2012 & 2013: Winner of Brantford’s Best Fitness Instructor, Readers’ Choice Awards
• 2002 – 2007: 5-time nominee for the Brantford Citizen of the Year
• 2004 & 2005: 1st place People’s Choice Awards, Cruisin’ & Bloomin’ Fest
• 2005: 1st place People’s Choice Awards, Windsor Stars Festival
• 2004: Winner of the BEST FESTIVAL Award – Brantford Elvis Fest, Tourism Awards
• 2004: Winner of the Tourism Builder Award, Tourism Awards
• 1997: Recipient of the Keys to the City, Red Bank New Jersey Fabulous 50s Festival
• 1996: 1st place People’s Choice Awards, Collingwood Elvis Fest
• 1996: Winner of the Rising Star Singing Contest, South Western Ontario
• 1985: North Park Collegiate Highschool Vocal Music Award

For more information please contact Joan at:  joanminnery@gmail.com